Never noticed this thread and maybe someone has already mentioned it...but have a few friends that run/jog 40 minutes 4 times a week and keep everything in moderation and they seem to keep the weight in check... I run about 50 to 80km a week so not a problem for me....but small runs are good as well. If you really want to put off the weight try a full marathon... I am a marathon (5 or 6 a year) runner and that keeps me thin and able to dine on almost anything all the time... as long as I keep the pints in check...

Even with a lot of exercise, it's possible to be overweight, although it's harder to do.

I just don't like running, so I try to watch what I eat instead.

OTOH, running's got less boring since I last did any, what with solid state MP3 players. Hmm.....